National Junior Honor Society

The National Junior Honor Society is the nation’s premier organization established to recognize outstanding middle level students. More than just an honor roll, NJHS serves to honor those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, service, leadership, character, and citizenship.

The 2019-2020 academic year is the second year that OLMC will have her very own chapter of the National Junior Honor Society. The National Junior Honor Society is the nation’s premier organization established to recognize outstanding middle level students. More than just an honor roll, NJHS serves to honor those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, service, leadership, character, and citizenship.

The Five Pillars of National Junior Honor Society

Scholarship

Students must have a cumulative GPA of 85, B, 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent standard of excellence.

Service

Voluntary contributions made by a student to the school or community.

Leadership

Student leaders are those who are resourceful, good problem solvers, and idea contributors.

Character

Students demonstrate high standards of honesty and reliability; shows courtesy, concern, and respect for others.

Citizenship

Students demonstrate citizenship and understands the importance of civic engagement; has a high regard for freedom and justice; respects the U.S.